Matt speaks to rugby guru Mark Evans, former head of Harlequins and Global Rapid Rugby, and author of the cracking book 'Unholy Union: When Rugby Collided with the Modern World' about the professional game in Scotland. They discuss the SRU's approach to the game turning pro, the ongoing quest for a third pro team in Scotland and the controversy around project players.Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/thethistle">http://supporter.acast.com/thethistle</a>. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Eight Lions!

Welcome to The Thistle, the only podcast that cares about Scottish rugby. A light-hearted look at rugby union in Scotland, from three rugby fans who never quite made the grade. Expect razor sharp insight from a panel that can count amongst its achievements a Scottish Schools Cup winners medal, the captaincy of the Newcastle 2s dirt trackers, and second place at the 2016 Elie beach rugby tournament. Twitter handle: @thistlerugbypodSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thethistle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.